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Possible routings to MLE and costs:

JFK-AUH-MLE (EY) -- 45/67.5/90 AA
JFK-DOH-MLE (QR) -- 45/67.5/90 AA
JFK-FRA-SIN-MLE (SQ) -- East Coast: (Including 15% off booking online) 46,750/91,375/116,875; West Coast: 89,250/144,500/229,500
JFK-DXB-MLE (EK) -- 42.5/82.5/150 AS
JFK-IST-MLE (TK) -- 42.5/70/90 UA (United routing allows a stopover in TLV)
JFK-VIE-MLE (OS) -- 42.5/80 UA
JFK-LGW-MLE (BA) -- 45/90/135 BA
JFK-ICN-CMB-MLE (KE) -- 60/107.5/137.5 KE
JFK-HKG-MLE (CX) -- 57.5/85/112.5 AA
JFK-HKG-MLE (CX) -- 50/70 AS
TLV-IST-MLE (TK)-- 20/35 UA
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Author Topic: Maldives Master Thread  (Read 1117536 times)

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3120 on: November 29, 2016, 04:48:32 PM »
Then you didn't scuba dive...
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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3121 on: November 29, 2016, 04:50:28 PM »
Then you didn't scuba dive...

That's true. But I generally go to exotic locales to relax and do a couple of activities. Being confined to such a small area made me claustrophobic though I could see others feeling differently

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3122 on: November 29, 2016, 05:08:17 PM »
Seems smaller than most but I could be wrong. I've been to MLE/BOB/SEZ and some other exotic islands and the only one I really couldn't last more than 3-4 days at was the Maldives

That's true. But I generally go to exotic locales to relax and do a couple of activities. Being confined to such a small area made me claustrophobic though I could see others feeling differently

I was also really worried about that and still think I would feel that way if I didn't have the two islands, bridge across, more space, etc.  Just curious, where did you stay?

I was also really worried about not being able to supplement my food 6 days but that ended up being better than I thought as well.  I think even at the Conrad I would make sure that chef was going to be there on any future trip dates because the hot omelets at breakfast and other food really added to the trip.

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3123 on: November 29, 2016, 09:02:32 PM »
I was also really worried about that and still think I would feel that way if I didn't have the two islands, bridge across, more space, etc.  Just curious, where did you stay?

I was also really worried about not being able to supplement my food 6 days but that ended up being better than I thought as well.  I think even at the Conrad I would make sure that chef was going to be there on any future trip dates because the hot omelets at breakfast and other food really added to the trip.

Four Seasons. They often have Buy one night get one free so ends up being $700 a night for 4 nights

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3124 on: December 06, 2016, 07:02:04 AM »
Sri Lankan starting the first international flights to GAN. Possibly opens up some options for some other resorts without ridiculously expensive transfers.
http://www.srilankan.com/a/coporate/news-details/117

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3125 on: December 06, 2016, 04:14:02 PM »
Sri Lankan starting the first international flights to GAN. Possibly opens up some options for some other resorts without ridiculously expensive transfers.
http://www.srilankan.com/a/coporate/news-details/117

Thanks!  Bookable with Avios?

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3126 on: December 06, 2016, 04:31:05 PM »
Thanks!  Bookable with Avios?
Yep , just checked BA - For ex. Dec 19 (one way):

Economy 7500 Avios + $94
Business 15,000 + $94

Although the flight isn't all that expensive - $248 RT in economy and $583 in business. Flight is less than 2 hours each way.

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3127 on: December 06, 2016, 04:42:07 PM »
Sri Lankan starting the first international flights to GAN. Possibly opens up some options for some other resorts without ridiculously expensive transfers.
http://www.srilankan.com/a/coporat
e/news-details/117

What resorts are near GAN? Hyatt st Regis Conrad???

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3128 on: December 06, 2016, 05:53:05 PM »
Seems to be further from the classic resorts than MLE.

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3129 on: December 06, 2016, 06:13:06 PM »
Seems to be further from the classic resorts than MLE.
So stop being a sheep and staying with the classics.

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3130 on: December 06, 2016, 07:32:02 PM »
What resorts are near GAN? Hyatt st Regis Conrad???
It's a five minute boat ride away from Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives which had very attractive pricing and fourth night free promotions through AMEX FHR at the time we went last year.

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3131 on: December 06, 2016, 07:33:17 PM »
It's a five minute boat ride away from Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives which had very attractive pricing and fourth night free promotions through AMEX FHR at the time we went last year.

What's very attractive pricing? ;)

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3132 on: December 06, 2016, 08:23:34 PM »
So stop being a sheep and staying with the classics.
Was just answering the guy above me.

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3133 on: December 14, 2016, 12:25:07 AM »
Are the flight rates and routes in the wiki current? Which ones do I have the best shot in finding availability for end of Jan?

Also does anyone know if one can fly JFK-MLE via AUH / DOH / DXB on corresponding carriers with Israeli passport?

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3134 on: December 14, 2016, 02:10:48 PM »
thinking what to do with this ressy... anyone gonna be there during this time?

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« Reply #3135 on: December 14, 2016, 02:15:38 PM »
thinking what to do with this ressy... anyone gonna be there during this time?
Had your share of MLE for the year?
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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3136 on: December 14, 2016, 02:30:31 PM »
Had your share of MLE for the year?

You can never have enough but I did discuss it with the wifey, I dont think we can appreciate it so quickly again.
We had such a good trip 3 months ago. Too soon it feels to go again on such a major trip.

Not sure what to do with the ressy..

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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3137 on: December 14, 2016, 02:37:53 PM »
The problem is the hotel is being real sticklers about these ressies, they're not pleased at all.

Not sure how they would handle an added guest situation. Has anyone tried?
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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3138 on: December 14, 2016, 02:47:05 PM »
The problem is the hotel is being real sticklers about these ressies, they're not pleased at all.

Not sure how they would handle an added guest situation. Has anyone tried?

What makes you say they're not pleased?

Also, is there anything officially wrong with me booking you a stay under my account?
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Re: Maldives Master Thread
« Reply #3139 on: December 14, 2016, 02:57:32 PM »
The problem is the hotel is being real sticklers about these ressies, they're not pleased at all.

Not sure how they would handle an added guest situation. Has anyone tried?

Well I made 2 ressys & I gifted one to my friend (in May) so we'll see what will be. They better not make a problem once he arrives all the way there :)